as in windy
marked by strong wind or more wind than usual
watch out for gusty conditions as the storm blows in
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Recent Examples of gusty
The low humidity combined with gusty winds and very dry vegetation will result in an elevated threat for the rapid spread of wildfires across the area.
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
As the front pushes through, expect periods of rain and a few thunderstorms, along with gusty winds and frequent lightning.
—Nelly Carreño, CBS News, 18 Apr. 2026
Northern portions of the Sacramento Valley may also see gusty winds.
—Lauren Chapman, Sacbee.com, 10 Apr. 2026
The main threats with this activity will be gusty winds and small hail, along with flooding threats.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
Winds are also expected to be gustier than earlier forecasts suggested.
—Charlie Gile, NBC news, 1 Apr. 2026
Winds will be gusty from the west at 10 to 25 mph, easing after sunset.
—Greg Porter, San Francisco Chronicle, 25 Mar. 2026
For now, the are remains dry with a westerly breeze that will be gusty at times in the afternoon and early evening.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
Winds remain gusty through the afternoon, though peak gusts should fall to around 20 mph.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, San Antonio Express-News, 16 Mar. 2026
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
As the front pushes through, expect periods of rain and a few thunderstorms, along with gusty winds and frequent lightning.
—Nelly Carreño, CBS News, 18 Apr. 2026
Northern portions of the Sacramento Valley may also see gusty winds.
—Lauren Chapman, Sacbee.com, 10 Apr. 2026
The main threats with this activity will be gusty winds and small hail, along with flooding threats.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
Winds are also expected to be gustier than earlier forecasts suggested.
—Charlie Gile, NBC news, 1 Apr. 2026
Winds will be gusty from the west at 10 to 25 mph, easing after sunset.
—Greg Porter, San Francisco Chronicle, 25 Mar. 2026
For now, the are remains dry with a westerly breeze that will be gusty at times in the afternoon and early evening.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
Winds remain gusty through the afternoon, though peak gusts should fall to around 20 mph.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, San Antonio Express-News, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gusty
Adjective
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Warm, humid and windy conditions continue for North Texas on Friday as air flow from the south pulls in Gulf moisture.—
Nelly Carreño,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Both-side ocean views mesmerize, yet Marquee lacks a full cover for many tables on sweltering, windy, or rainy days.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Cleanup crews were seen clearing debris in blustery conditions on Saipan in a social media video posted by the mayor's office.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Set along the cold, deep waters of Islay’s village of Port Ellen, the hotel is well placed for long blustery walks along the Three Distilleries Pathway, which takes you to the island’s heavy hitters of Laphroaig, Lagavulin, and, of course, Ardbeg.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Samefar Short-Sleeve Blouse If your spring plans include early morning tee times or breezy afternoons that still carry a chill, this V-neck blouse deserves a spot in your closet.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
24 Apr. 2026
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Many seniors sat outside on picnic tables in the sunshine to eat their lunch on a breezy 70-degree Tuesday, April 21.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Gusty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gusty. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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